Info-Tech Research Group's Best of 2024 Report Reveals Key Trends Shaping the Future of IT

Info-Tech Research Group, a global leader in IT research and advisory, has recently published itsBest of 2024report. The report highlights IT's focus on foundational improvements in AI, cybersecurity, data quality, and workforce strategies over the past year, positioning organisations to thrive in an era of exponential technologies.

SYDNEY,Jan. 7, 2025/CNW/-Info-Tech Research Group highlights in its recently publishedBest of 2024 report that exponential advancements in AI and other emerging technologies are reshaping how organisations are preparing for the future. The global research and advisory firm'sBest of 2024report showcases the most sought-after resources and trends that defined IT priorities and strategies over the past year. Based on trending research consumption and insights, the report indicates that IT leaders are prioritising building strong operational foundations to stay competitive and drive innovation as they look forward to the coming year. The firm explains in the new resource that the technology changes experienced over the past 12 months are not just transforming IT departments but are also influencing broader business strategies and decision-making processes in the long term.

Info-Tech Research Group, a global leader in IT research and advisory, has recently published its Best of 2024 report. The report highlights IT’s focus on foundational improvements in AI, cybersecurity, data quality, and workforce strategies over the past year, positioning organisations to thrive in an era of exponential technologies.

'The Best of 2024 report highlights the critical priorities for IT leaders across the APAC region,'saysGeorge Khreish, Managing Partner at Info-Tech Research Group, APAC.'To keep pace with the accelerating demands of innovation over the coming year, IT leaders must aggressively adopt exponential technologies while strengthening their core IT capabilities and mastering AI and analytics. By preparing to meet the demands of innovation, organisations in APAC can position themselves as leaders in a rapidly transforming digital era.'

TheBest of 2024report reveals that IT leaders strategicallyprioritisedcore areas such as cybersecurity, data quality, and operational efficiency while also addressing emerging opportunities in AI and advanced analytics. Info-Tech's most popular research in 2024 includedThe CIO Playbook,AI Trends 2025,Tech Trends 2025, andIT Talent Trends 2025, reflecting IT's commitment to aligning technology strategies withorganisationalgoals and addressing both immediate and future challenges.

'Our Best of 2024 report details trends that reflect a critical shift in IT leadership, where the emphasis has moved beyond keeping pace and responding to technological change to actively driving it,'saysGordHarrison, Chief Research Officer at Info-Tech Research Group.'ProgressiveIT leaders are not just addressing immediate needs but are strategically positioning their organisations to harness the transformative potential of exponential technologies like AI and advanced analytics.'

Key Highlights from Info-Tech'sBest of 2024Report:

TheBest of 2024 report illustrates how IT leaders are going beyond adopting cutting-edge technologies to strategically focus on areas that deliver meaningful outcomes. This approach reinforces IT's role as a criticalenablerof innovation andorganisationalgrowth.

'Info-Tech'sBest of 2024report underscores our dedication to providing IT leaders with the tools and frameworks they need to turn vision into actionable strategies," saysJackHakimian, Senior Vice President of Research Development at Info-Tech Research Group."From AIroadmapsto cybersecurity and talent management, our resources are empowering IT teams to address today's challenges while building capacity for tomorrow's innovations.'

As organisations navigate an era of exponential transformation, Info-Tech's research insightsemphasisethe importance of balancing immediate operational priorities with a strategic, forward-looking approach. The firm's actionable resources enable IT leaders to embrace Exponential IT principles,optimiseperformance, navigate a fragmented vendor market, and deliver at scale on technology innovation.

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About Info-Tech Research Group

Info-Tech Research Group is one of the world's leading research and advisory firms, proudly serving over 30,000 IT and HR professionals. The company produces unbiased, highly relevant research and provides advisory services to help leaders make strategic, timely, and well-informed decisions. For nearly 30 years, Info-Tech has partnered closely with teams to provide them with everything they need, from actionable tools to analyst guidance, ensuring they deliver measurable results for their organisations.

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